Palmahim Air Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 14h 3m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Palmahim Air Base
Palmachim Airbase is an Israeli Air Force (IAF) base and spaceport, which the IAF and the Israel Space Agency (ISA) operate jointly. It is located west of the city of Yavne on the Mediterranean coast, 12 km south of the Gush Dan metropolitan area with Tel Aviv, named after the Kibbutz Palmachim a few hundred meters to the north. There are no fighter jets stationed there, but transport helicopters, UAVs and a battery of Arrow defense missiles southeast of it.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 7,884 ft / 2,403 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 2,636 ft / 803 m | 100 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | TEL AVIV APP | 120.900 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LL-R82 | Special use | Restricted | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Israel airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| מגדל לייטהאוס | 541 ft | 30 ft | — |
| מגדל Uptown | 531 ft | 69 ft | — |
| מגדל מאייר ברוטשילד | 518 ft | 79 ft | — |
| מגדל נווה | 505 ft | 23 ft | — |
| מגדל נווה צדק | 482 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 479 ft | 43 ft | — |
| K Towers 1 | 466 ft | 62 ft | — |
| קיי טאוורס 2 | 466 ft | 56 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Palmahim Air Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Palmahim Air Base located?
Palmahim Air Base is small airport located in Palmahim, Israel, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Palmahim Air Base have?
Palmahim Air Base has 2 runways, the longest being 7,884 ft / 2,403 m.
What time zone is Palmahim Air Base in?
Palmahim Air Base is in the Asia/Jerusalem time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Palmahim Air Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palmahim Air Base is approximately 5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Palmahim Air Base?
The nearest airport to Palmahim Air Base is Palmahim South Airstrip (IL-0005), about 1.7 nm to the s, followed by Rishon Lezion Airfield and Tel Nof Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palmahim Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.